10 of Our Favorite Keto Friendly Snacks
There’s nothing like low-carb snacking to put the pep in your step (or the pepperoni in your stepperoni)! Here are TEN store-bought keto-legal snacks we’re crushing (and crunching) on:
1. Mauna Loa Macadamia Nuts
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Net Carbohydrates: 2g
Macadamia nuts are pretty much my favorite. They’re crunchy and low-carb – and if you can find the rarer Sweet Maui Onion & Garlic flavor you’re in for a pretty spectacular treat! Can’t find those? No worries; the plain macadamias are my mainstay!
2. Lily’s Stevia-Sweetened Chocolate
- Serving Size: 1/2 bar (1.5 ounces)
- Calories: 160-170
- Net Carbohydrates: 8-10g
Love chocolate (duh!)? Lily’s Chocolate is not only a reader favorite, but I’m pretty excited that it’s sweetened with Stevia (but it doesn’t taste like it). One word of caution: stop yourself at just a few squares or you may be spending a long time in the bathroom.
3. Mac’s Pork Rinds
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 160
- Net Carbohydrates: 0g
Pork rinds might get the stink eye (I’m looking at you, Cindy in accounting), but give these a shot if you haven’t already. Dip your pork rinds, use them as a base for nachos, or enjoy them straight from the bag. They also make a tremendous low-carb breading for fried recipes (think mozzarella cheese sticks and chicken nuggets).
4. ChocZero Individually Wrapped Chocolate Squares
- Serving Size: 1 piece cup
- Calories: 40
- Net Carbohydrates: 1g
There’s something to be said for individually wrapped servings. I’m not saying I have no self-control, but I have found pork rind crumbs in my cleavage before, so there’s that. A benefit to the ChocZero is the monk fruit extract sweetener. It’s still mega low-carb AND without the sugar alcohols found in so many other chocolates.
5. Blue Diamond Almonds
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Net Carbohydrates: 2g
Do you hear that? No? That’s the sound of me not talking because I’m too busy eating these salt and vinegar almonds. The flavor is reminiscent of potato chips, but without the carbs (and regret). Pro tip: Measure out your servings for accountability. Otherwise, you’ll find yourself thinking, “But your HONOR; I only ate a FEW.” Regardless, I plead delicious.
6. Oberto Classic Beef Pepperoni
- Serving Size: 1 stick
- Calories: 120
- Net Carbohydrates: 1g
This is straight up one of my favorite snacks to find in-store at Costco. And because there’s no MSG, everyone in my family can enjoy them, too (which they do, because I know those disappearing snack sticks aren’t eating themselves).
7. Frigo String Cheese
- Serving Size: 1 cheese stick
- Calories: 80
- Net Carbohydrates: 1g
String cheese is so simple to grab and go. It keeps well and its uses are boundless, from making mozzarella cheese sticks to stuffed crust cauliflower cheese pizza crust. Extra points if you locate the pepper jack flavors. They’re so good.
8. Nalley Baby Dill Pickles
- Serving Size: 1 pickle
- Calories: 0
- Net Carbohydrates: 1g
Oh, baby, do I love these dills! They’re fun to snack on, but I also chop them up to add to quick relishes and salads. Craving sweets? Studies suggest a baby dill pickle cures the craving. Try it for yourself. It’s not cotton candy, but it’ll do when you’re in a pickle (see what I did there).
9. Cello Parmesan Cheese Whisps
- Serving Size: 23 crisps
- Calories: 150
- Net Carbohydrates: 1g
Crunchy, umami love, thy name is Parmesan. Sure, you can make Parmesan crisps in your oven, but there’s something special about letting someone else do the work for you. These Whisps are perfection as snacks, or you can toss them on soups and salads for some added flavor and texture.
10. Microwave Nacho Chips
- Serving Size: 8 crisps
- Calories: 160
- Net Carbohydrates: 2g
This recipe seriously can’t get any easier. These crispy chips are made from ONE ingredient: Cheese. Make these microwave nacho chips for yourself and you’ll be noshing nachos like every night is Taco Tuesday.
I can’t say thank you enough! I have always been a snacker and these snacks are just what I need in my life (low carb!)! I am very new to Keto but absolutely loving how much better I feel already!
I watched both cites and all I can say is thanks. Just starting this journey. But I miss having a beer! Is there anyone I can have going the keto diet?
Kim my hubby has busch light 3 carbs per can and I think Michelob has a low carb one as well
Both Michelob Ultra and Corona Premier have only 2.6 net Carbs each! It’s no IPA or Stout but they satisfy my beer cravings pretty well. Or you can have wine at 4 net Carbs per glass or zero carb vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and more.
I am not a big beer drinker, but find seltzer water (La Croix, Vintage…) to have that non-sweet fizzy bite that reminds me of beer.
So excited to find this site – love all the information you are sharing and the recipes! Thank you
Where do you buy the Whisps? I saw that you can buy in bulk, but is there a place I can try them first?
Yes! Be sure to head over here —> https://www.whisps.com/where-to-buy/ where you can plug in your location and find what stores you can purchase them at near you!
Those Steak Strips in the original picture is a total tease. I’m pretty sure those have lots o sugar right?
says right there 1 net carb. If you click the link it’ll take you to Amazon and you can see the nutrition label.
my bad! I thought you were talking about the jerky. The steak strips have 5 carbs (0 fiber, 4 sugars)!
Hi, I just started this 12 days ago, down 10 lbs and y blood pressure today at the Dr.’s office is better than it was when I was 30. I am 47 🙂 Cello Crisps where have you found those? Anyone new to KETO it is absolutely awesome!!!
I should be working but I am so excited about this Keto sight I will work later..I have been a HIP2SAVE gal for yeas!! Thanks Again!!!
I have found the Cello Whisps at Walmart, on top of a case in the deli. They carry a couple flavors.
I love salt and vinegar chips and the blue Diamond almonds are amazing! I love that you created this site! Do you have a Pinterest too?
Yes, we sure do! Here ya go 🙂 https://www.pinterest.com/hip2keto/pins/
Haha! I’m glad I’m not the only one to find pork rind crumbs in my cleavage. Lol I love the new site!
LOL! Thanks for the sweet feedback! SO glad you are enjoying it! 😉
Pork Rinds are the best……………………. I always know that NOBODY in my house will steal those……. I have crumbs in the cleavage and in the bed…… OOPS
Castleberry chili (no beans), 1 carb, mix 1 can with a block of cream cheese, heat and mix well for the best dip for those pork rinds. YUMMO!!
Hi, Do you use any supplements, MCT or BHS, which ones has worked for you?
Great question! One of our sidekicks adds MCT oil to her coffee each morning! HERE is a brand you may want to try!
My brother dips his pork rinds in veggie cream cheese. I haven’t gotten to that point yet, but have used them to make the breading for chicken nuggets. Really good!
Have you tried Quest chips?
Yes! We love those too!
When I read the label for Mac’s Pork rinds in person at the store it has maltodextrin in it. (Doesn’t show that online) The only brand so far I have found that does not is the Walmart brand.